The Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development
The Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF) is a member-driven organization that provides national governments the opportunity to work collectively to achieve their sustainable mining goals.
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2018 IGF Annual Report
The IGF 2018 annual report dives into our commitment to making sure mining’s benefits are not just shared but leveraged for sustainable development by our 69 member countries. Read More -
Report
Background Document: Legal Framework of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment in the Mining Sector
This background document identifies the issues and problems related to the legal framework of ESIAs and related plans in the legal framework of mineral resource-rich countries. Read More -
Report
IGF Mining Policy Framework Assessment: Kyrgyzstan
This report presents the mining policy framework (MPF) assessment for Kyrgyzstan, with a view to helping the government target its efforts in implementing the MPF. Read More -
Briefing Note
Women in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining: Interventions for greater participation
This case study highlights how to improve women's participation in artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), complementing the IGF's previous report, Women in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining: Challenges and opportunities for greater participation. Read More -
Report
IGF Mining Policy Framework Assessment: Namibia
An assessment of Namibia's mining law and policies, conducted by the IGF at the request of the Government of Namibia and in collaboration with the Ministry of Mines and Energy. Read More -
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IGF Mining Policy Framework Assessment: Mauritania
An IGF Mining Policy Framework assessment of Mauritania's mining law and policies conducted at the request of the Government of Mauritania and in collaboration with the Ministry of Petroleum, Energy and Mines. Read More